He is (was?) a great TT rider who had one exceptional Giro but the rest of his results don't show much in terms of being a multiple grand tour winner. Seems like a nice guy but pro sports are not about that.
Sorry, but that’s rubbish. He was expected to win more GTs and would start them as a favourite, based on his consistent podium finishes in previous ones.
This is a bit sad. I want him to return to greatness.